Steven Stewart Graeser's Obituary
Steven Stewart Graeser, age 80, of Grand Haven passed away Saturday, January 16, 2021, unexpectedly at home. He was born December 4, 1940, in Elsberry, Missouri and raised by Dr. Richard and Catherine Graeser. He married Shirley Ann Mead who he had known for most of his life on August 14, 2004, at the beach in Grand Haven.
Steve graduated from Westminster College in Missouri with a bachelor’s degree and served his country in the Army. He then went on to work in the banking industry in many capacities during his career, retiring as banking security officer. Steve also worked for Sears in the security department. His other interests were golfing, playing guitar, banjo, keyboard, boating on his Chris Craft, spending time at the beach, and special trips in his 2003 Chevy Monte Carlo. Steve was a member of the Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post # 28.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Shirley Mead; two daughters, Gretchen (Justin) Morris and Jenne Graeser; two sons, Dirk Graeser and Richard (Rachel) Graeser; two stepdaughters, Rebecca (William) VanderMolen and Stacie Roberts; stepson, Daniel (Liza) Irving; nine grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley (William) Dryden; brother, John (Jolene) Jeffries; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister, Etta Mae Jeffries and two brothers, William and Norman Jeffries.
According to his wishes a private family service will be held at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to The VanZantwick Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 620 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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